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Western Buddhist Nuns & leaders--alphabetical
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Always Maintain a Joyful Mind (Book and CD): And Other Lojong Teachings on Awakening Compassion and FearlessnessAlways Maintain a Joyful Mind (Book and CD): And Other Lojong Teachings on Awakening Compassion and Fearlessness by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $10.08 / Used from: $5.95
Condensed book on Pema's main teachings: lojong mind training & tonglen; small book with her commentary + tonglen CD with guided meditation. Very useful. See her Start Where You Are for more on lojong & her Tonglen book as well as her Compassion Box with cards & book.
Awakening CompassionAwakening Compassion by Pema Chodron
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6-cassettes, covers a lot of ground with warmth & humor
Awakening Loving-Kindness (Shambhala Pocket Classics)Awakening Loving-Kindness (Shambhala Pocket Classics) by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $6.95 / Used from: $1.43
Tiny book of Maitri -- easily carried and shared with others
Blossoms of the Dharma: Living as a Buddhist NunBlossoms of the Dharma: Living as a Buddhist Nun
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Insight into the life of contemporary Buddhist nuns including psychological observations, arguments for full ordination, & insights into cultural differences
Bodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of SufferingBodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of Suffering by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $44.07 / Used from: $34.33
Fine oral companion to her "No Time to Lose" book on Shantideva's 8th c. The Way of the Bodhisattva with personal anecdotes, humorous stories/quotes, profound observations…Different emphasis than her Don't Bite the Hook 3 CD set (same root text) though the 3 together they do not cover entire root text. Great way to "mainline" Pema’s reframing ancient Eastern Buddhism for Western consumption.
Buddhism for BeginnersBuddhism for Beginners by Thubten Chodron
Buy new: $10.36 / Used from: $4.16
Basic Buddhist Questions & conversational-style Answers from Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron
Buddhism Through American Women's EyesBuddhism Through American Women's Eyes by Karma Lekshe Tsomo
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Some basic Buddhist principles, personal views, & a wonderful discussion of "The Monastic Experience"
Cave in the Snow: Tenzin Palmo's Quest for EnlightenmentCave in the Snow: Tenzin Palmo's Quest for Enlightenment by Vicki Mackenzie
Buy new: $12.78 / Used from: $4.99
Beautifully written biography of an incredible woman's courageous quest--reads like a novel
Choosing Simplicity: A Commentary on the Bhikshuni PratimokshaChoosing Simplicity: A Commentary on the Bhikshuni Pratimoksha by Yin
Buy new: $11.96 / Used from: $1.94
Informative, entertaining guide to the Taiwanese Dharmagupta Vinaya Pratimoksha (rules for ordained nuns=Bhikshunis); well-reasoned & very informative
Comfortable with Uncertainty: 108 Teachings on Cultivating Fearlessness and CompassionComfortable with Uncertainty: 108 Teachings on Cultivating Fearlessness and Compassion by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $1.58
108 short lessons taken from Pema's 4 main books
Don't Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive EmotionsDon't Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $12.98
User-friendly western commentary on the 1st 51 verses of Shantideva's classic 8th century work, The Way of the Bodhisattva. Has Pema's usual warm, compassion as well as humor & pithy examples/experiences. Relates lojong mind training to Bodhisattva training with a touch of Mahamudra/Dzogchen. Lovely & practical as usual.
From Fear to FearlessnessFrom Fear to Fearlessness by Pema Chodron
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2-cassettes: Using the 4 Immeasurables towards freedom
How to Free Your Mind: Tara the LiberatorHow to Free Your Mind: Tara the Liberator by Thubten Chodron
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Commentary on "Homage to the 21 Taras" and Lama Lobsang Tenpey Gyaltsen's "A Song of Longing for Tara, the Infallible"
Good Medicine [VHS]Good Medicine [VHS]
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video--see and hear Ani Chodron: it's like being there
How to Meditate with Pema Chodron: A Practical Guide to Making Friends with Your MindHow to Meditate with Pema Chodron: A Practical Guide to Making Friends with Your Mind by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $11.52
Lovely presentation on Shamatha (calm abiding) meditation considering physical, mental, emotional, spiritual aspects.
Innovative Buddhist Women: Swimming Against the Stream (Curzon Critical Studies in Buddhism)Innovative Buddhist Women: Swimming Against the Stream (Curzon Critical Studies in Buddhism) by Karma Tsomo
Buy new: $44.80 / Used from: $49.99
well-chosen selection of wide-ranging, interesting articles on/by Buddhist women making positive changes around the world, highlighting East/West differences in perspectives
Mandala of the Enlightened Feminine: Awaken the Wisdom of the Five DakinisMandala of the Enlightened Feminine: Awaken the Wisdom of the Five Dakinis by Tsultrim Allione
Buy new: $37.77 / Used from: $30.50
Wonderful exposition on the 5 buddha family dakinis considering many dimensions, symbols, etc. and with cleansing practice & meditations on each dakini. Rare teachings in the West.
This Moment Is the Perfect Teacher: Ten Buddhist Teachings on Cultivating Inner Strength and CompassionThis Moment Is the Perfect Teacher: Ten Buddhist Teachings on Cultivating Inner Strength and Compassion by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $18.87
Short but somewhat more advanced (than her "Start Where You Are" book) description of some of the Lojong mind training slogans. Has great quotes, lots of humor, and estimable practicality for everyday life. Very fine.
Noble Heart: A Self-Guided Retreat on Befriending Your ObstaclesNoble Heart: A Self-Guided Retreat on Befriending Your Obstacles by Pema Chodron
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6-cassettes of warmth & humor & heartfelt advice
The Places that Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times (Shambhala Classics)The Places that Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times (Shambhala Classics) by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $2.00
Great book--well worth a read
Pure MeditationPure Meditation by Pema Chodron
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2-cassettes on tranquil abiding, insight, bodhichitta, etc.
Reflections On A Mountain Lake: Teachings on Practical BuddhismReflections On A Mountain Lake: Teachings on Practical Buddhism by Ani Tenzin Palmo
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Down-to-Earth & practical with Western view of Tibetan Buddhism, very readable
Sakyadhita: Daughters of the BuddhaSakyadhita: Daughters of the Buddha
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1st International Buddhist Nun's Conference in Bodhgaya includes issues with balanced, thoughtful items by the Dalai Lama, Ayya Khema, Pema Chodron, Karma Lekshe Tsomo, etc.--very fine
Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living (Shambhala Classics)Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living (Shambhala Classics) by Pema Chodron
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Fine book on the Lojong (mind training) slogons
Taming the MindTaming the Mind by Thubten Chodron
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A captivating collection of Buddhist-oriented popular psychology, concise descriptions of various Buddhist approaches, contrasts with other religions, and the future of Buddhism
Turning the Wheel: American Women Creating the New BuddhismTurning the Wheel: American Women Creating the New Buddhism by Sandy Boucher
Buy new: $21.00 / Used from: $0.59
Somewhat dated but interesting/informative feminist view of Buddhism circa 1988
Walking On Lotus Flowers: Buddhist Women Living, Loving and MeditatingWalking On Lotus Flowers: Buddhist Women Living, Loving and Meditating by Martine Batchelor
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18 Delightful Interviews examining varying Buddhist cultures & traditions--insightful, informative, inspiring
When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times (Shambhala Classics)When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times (Shambhala Classics) by Pema Chodron
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Fine book, Pema shares her wisdom
The Wisdom of No Escape and the Path of Loving KindnessThe Wisdom of No Escape and the Path of Loving Kindness by Pema Chodron
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $5.76
Her first book; well worth the read
Women of WisdomWomen of Wisdom by Tsultrim Allione
Buy new: $10.28 / Used from: $6.00
Anthology of Tibetan Buddhist yoginis with extensive introduction, fine endnotes and explanatory information by former nun Karma Tsultrim Allione
Working with AngerWorking with Anger by Thubten Chodron
Buy new: $8.11 / Used from: $2.00
Best book I've found on dealing with anger--Thubten Chodron